1797 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
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The1797 Rhode Island gubernatorial electionwas held on 5 April 1797 in order to elect theGovernor of Rhode Island.IncumbentDemocratic-RepublicanGovernorArthur Fennerwon re-election as he ran unopposed.[1]
General election[edit]
On election day, 5 April 1797, incumbentDemocratic-RepublicanGovernorArthur Fennerwon re-election as he ran unopposed, thereby retainingDemocratic-Republicancontrol over the office of Governor. Fenner was sworn in for his eight term on 5 May 1797.[2]
Results[edit]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic-Republican | Arthur Fenner(incumbent) | 1,204 | 100.00 | |
| Total votes | 1,204 | 100.00 | ||
| Democratic-Republicanhold | ||||
References[edit]
- ^"Arthur Fenner".National Governors Association.Retrieved5 April2024.
- ^"RI Governor".ourcampaigns. 5 June 2005.Retrieved5 April2024.
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